Fantasy Tip: Spiller might not see much of a role once Thomas Rawls is able to return, but he might be worth a look in deeper fantasy leagues for depth at the running back position. He appears to already be counted on as the backup to Christine Michael, and he has always had good hands out of the backfield.

The Seattle Seahawks agreed to terms with free-agent RB C.J. Spiller (Saints) Wednesday, Sept. 28, according to a source. The deal is for one year.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller has plenty of speed in the open field, but Spiller has yet to reach his potential in previous stops in Buffalo and New Orleans. If he can stay healthy, he could emerge as a useful fantasy option in Seattle, but he isn't worth rostering just yet.

Fantasy Tip: It's an interesting idea since Bilal Powell already has a good hold on what would be the same role as Spiller has had, not to mention Matt Forte as the featured back. Spiller remains off the fantasy radar for now.

Free-agent RB C.J. Spiller (Saints) may have to wait to sign with a team because there aren't many running back spots open. Teams have openings for special teams. Spiller's salary for 2016 is being paid by the New Orleans Saints, which means he's likely to make the minimum with a new team.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller can still be a PPR asset in the right system. Keep tabs on him as the season progresses.

Fantasy Tip: The hope Spiller owners had following the Saints' encouraging use of him in the third preseason game appears to have been for naught. Tim Hightower operated as Mark Ingram's direct backup like he did last season, while Cadet had four touches - including three catches for 14 yards and a score - in what was expected to be Spiller's role. With Cadet and Lasco almost certainly locked into their roles, it is quite likely Spiller will be a healthy scratch most of the season and could be cut in the offseason.

Fantasy Tip: Tim Hightower will serve as the backup running back for the Saints in Week 1, but Mark Ingram should receive most of the snaps at the position. Ingram is the only Saints running back that has fantasy value and should be considered a No. 1 or No. 2 back in all leagues.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller hasn't come close to the impact he had when he was a standout at Clemson. Sure, early in his career in Buffalo he had a few notable games, but he has settled into a reserve role in the NFL and he is only worth rostering in fantasy leagues as a depth player at this point until he proves otherwise.

Fantasy Tip: Hightower proved his worth later on last season in New Orleans when Ingram was sidelined. Ingram is still an RB1 when healthy, though. Spiller is a mid-round option in PPR leagues, while Hightower is a late-round handcuff consideration for Ingram in standard formats.

New Orleans Saints RB C.J. Spiller's "health and movement skills" were noticeably different, and he was a pleasant surprise during organized team activities, head coach Sean Payton said.
"He worked his butt off in the offseason to get the strength back in that knee. That's been really encouraging."

Fantasy Tip: Spiller never got on track following his knee surgery last August, and he was one of the most notable busts in fantasy last season. Otherwise, not much has changed, so some of the optimism accompanying a year ago should carry over. Spiller is worth a late-round grab in all fantasy formats with a better chance to become a weekly starter in PPR formats.

Fantasy Tip: While it remains to be seen if injuries were the main reason for his disappointing 2015 season, Spiller is worth grabbing in the later rounds as a potential bounceback candidate, especially in PPR formats.

New Orleans Saints RB C.J. Spiller (knee) said knee surgery during training camp last season played a big role in his disappointing season. Spiller said he wasn't able to cut and stop like he normally would and he lacked the explosion that he's known for. Spiller said last season is behind him now and that the road to recovery is looking bright.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller was one of the more underwhelming players from a fantasy perspective last year. Mark Ingram will still garner the majority of carries out of the backfield, but Spiller shouldn't be overlooked. If he can stay healthy, he can attain at least RB4 status in PPR formats.

New Orleans Saints RB C.J. Spiller's (knee) health and movement skills are noticeably different so far this offseason, according to head coach Sean Payton. "He worked his butt off in the offseason to get the strength back in that leg he [injured]," Payton said. "That's been real encouraging."

Fantasy Tip: Poor health nagged Spiller all of last season, resulting in a disappointing inaugural campaign with the Saints. Looking better is encouraging, but he still has some proving and rebounding to do. Draft him as no more than a low-end RB4 in PPR leagues.

New Orleans Saints RB C.J. Spiller is expected to have more opportunities next season to be successful again, according to general manager Mickey Loomis. Loomis said he believes the "real C.J. Spiller" will be back next season and blamed a lack of good health for Spiller's 2015 hardships. It was originally speculated that Spiller could be cut this offseason after a dismal first season with New Orleans, but the Saints would save little in cutting him.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller is up there with some of the more disappointing players from last season. He was supposed to be the next Reggie Bush out of the Saints' backfield, but laid a goose egg. Mark Ingram is still the running back to own from the Saints, but Spiller could be an undervalued PPR sleeper.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller could be a nice sleeper in 2016 after fantasy owners from last year have a bad taste in their mouth, and others are turned off by just looking at his statistics alone. When healthy he is an explosive player, and he could pay big dividends on draft day, especially for those in leagues which reward points per reception (PPR).

New Orleans Saints RB C.J. Spiller will likely remain on the roster, at least into training camp, according to ESPN.com's Mike Triplett. Spiller will count more against the cap if he is cut before June 1.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller was a huge disappointment in his first year with the Saints, and if he remains with the team in 2016, he would be nothing more than a late-round lottery ticket for fantasy owners.

New Orleans Saints RB C.J. Spiller had a career-low 36 carries for 112 yards and 34 catches for 239 yards and two touchdowns in 13 games this year for the Saints, and he lacked burst in the open field. He signed a four-year, $16 million deal with $9 million guaranteed last offseason, and the Saints could save $3.25 million against the salary cap by cutting him before June 1.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller was a fantasy draft darling this fall, but he never panned out in the Saints offense and never seemed to be in the good graces of Sean Payton. A lot will depend on whether the New Orleans coaching staff remains intact, but Spiller could benefit from a change of scenery. He'll be dirt-cheap in drafts next year and is worth a late-round flier in point-per-reception formats.

Fantasy Tip: The dismal year for Spiller has finally come to an end. Tim Hightower ($6,000, 12.0% of cap) and Travaris Cadet ($2,100, 4.2%) both have a great matchup against the Atlanta Falcons this week. Cadet is a nice PPR sleeper on FantasyScore, especially at his current price.

Fantasy Tip: Tim Hightower ($4,800, 9.6% of cap) should receive most of the snaps at running back this week and will be involved in the running and passing game. Hightower has played well over the last two games and could be a cheaper running back for owners on FantasyScore.

Fantasy Tip: The 29-year-old Hightower ($2,000, 4.0% of cap) was signed by the Saints last month and hadn't played in the NFL since 2011 prior to that. He has 12 carries for 48 yards and could be a solid pickup as a flex player for deeper fantasy leagues down the stretch.

New Orleans Saints RBs C.J. Spiller and Tim Hightower could be in line for more snaps if RB Mark Ingram (shoulder) is out for the season. Spiller is averaging just 13.5 snaps and 5.5 touches per game with the Saints this year for 108 rushing yards, 216 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Spiller has just four touches in the last two games.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller ($2,000, 4.0% of cap) has become a fantasy afterthought with the Saints this year after being a popular sleeper pick in the preseason. He would still be worth adding if he's available, but Tim Hightower ($2,000) better fits the role Ingram would leave behind, especially in standard scoring leagues.

New Orleans Saints RB Mark Ingram is likely to see a heavier workload with RB Khiry Robinson (leg) out for the season, and Ingram could also be in line for more goal-line work. RB C.J. Spiller could also see an increase in workload, but the Saints are bringing him along slowly coming off injury, and he has averaged 16.7 snaps a game and hasn't been involved in more than 21 plays in seven games this year.

Fantasy Tip: It's inevitable that the fantasy values of Ingram and Spiller will increase with this injury to Robinson. You should feel more comfortable using Spiller in a flex spot on FantasyScore in the right matchups, and Ingram becomes a much safer running back selection in daily formats, as well.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller entered the season with high expectations with his new team but dealt with injuries during the season. Spiller could be involved in the running and passing game if Robinson misses several weeks and could be a flex option for owners.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller ($3,800, 7.6% of cap) has been underutilized all season, and despite Payton saying he was going to make sure he was more involved in the offense, he remained an afterthought. His big-play speed gives him some upside, but he is a high-risk play at FantasyScore until his role expands.

New Orleans Saints RB C.J. Spiller had an 80-yard game-winning touchdown catch in an overtime win in Week 4, but he had just two yards on five touches in Week 5.

Fantasy Tip: The good news: the Atlanta Falcons, the Saints' Week 6 opponent Thursday night, has allowed the most PPR points to running backs per game (36.3), which includes a whopping 49 catches. Catching the ball out of the backfield is Spiller's ($3,800, 7.6% of cap) strength, so expect New Orleans to get him more involved. He's a great sleeper pick on FantasyScore tonight.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller ($4,700, 9.4% of cap) has received only two carries so far this season but probably will receive more as the season goes on. Spiller has been more involved in the passing game and likely has more value in point-per-reception leagues.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller received one carry for four yards and caught two passes for 22 yards in Week 3 but likely will be more involved as the season goes on. He may see more work in the passing game, so he could be a starting option for owners in point-per-reception leagues.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller ($4,700, 9.4% of cap) appears to be third in line for carries, and he hasn't made much of an impact in the passing game either. He needs to be avoided at FantasyScore until further notice.

Fantasy Tip: Things won't get any easier for the running game if Drew Brees has to sit out this weekend against the Carolina Panthers, who have a stiff defensive front against the run. Even if Brees does play it could be tough sledding for the Saints ground game.

Fantasy Tip: Spiller ($5,000, 10.0% of cap) missed Week 1 with a knee injury, so the quiet game could be a product of him being eased into the mix. However, he is a risky play at FantasyScore until he proves to be a consistent part of the offensive game plan.